Archive for the Home Health Category

Christmas Tree Syndrome Is there such a thing as Christmas Tree Syndrome? Surprisingly there is. And it all has to do with mold. About 85% of the trees we buy are pre-cut weeks ahead of time. The trees are cut, baled packed and shipped. Unfortunately, moisture and

Home Water Drainage is More Important Than you Think Home water drainage is a priority for good indoor air quality and reduced maintenance costs. The primary cause of damaging mold growth inside your home is water intrusion. It is helpful to realize that for each inch of rain,

Proactive outdoor home maintenance prevents problems and preserves the value of your property. Gutters and the foundation are two important Outdoor Home Maintenance Hot Spots outdoors to check. Checking the gutters and foundation is a must. Outdoor Home Maintenance Hot Spot #1– Clean the Gutters We recommended that

6-Step Home Maintenance Inspection for Window and Doors to Stop Air and Water Leaks If you have conducted the home maintenance air pressure test and have found some leaks you will need to investigate further. Here are 6 easy steps: Inspect your window panes for cracks. If

Home Maintenance Importance Home maintenance hot spots focus attention to conditions that affect our health and well being. Indoor Air Quality affects our health. Turn-Key Environmental Consultants has offered Indoor Air Quality/Mold Investigations services for over 18 years. We often advise owners of basic home maintenance to perform

How can your carpet be a health danger, and what are the symptoms? The term Sick Building Syndrome (SBS) has been around for many years. Sick Building Syndrome (SBS) indicates situations where building occupants experience acute health problems. For example, Turn-Key Environmental Consultants has had numerous calls

With the horrific fires in California comes an abundance of smoke. If you live within the vicinity of the fires, the smoke could be severe. However, wildfire smoke drifts farther from its source than previously thought. These trends are likely to continue, and wildfires are likely to be

Potential Health Risks Lurking in Our Homes Are there health risks in our homes? Most people would say yes. These potential health risks come in various shapes and sizes with many unique characteristics. One potential risk is asbestos. You may not be aware which products, common in

One culprit for health problems is mold and mold loves moisture. Recently, Turn-Key received a call from a homeowner suffering from breathing problems while in her home. At times, her breathing became so labored she required oxygen. She kept an oxygen tank in her home for these

Air Quality News from IQAir A typical six-room home accumulates 40 pounds of dust every year. On average, you spend about 2.5 hours a week cleaning your home. By learning the truth behind these six household cleaning misconceptions, you may save time cleaning and you will be